Indigenous to the grasslands of Colorado and Wyoming, this perennial blooms in the early summer with 2-foot-tall spikes of violet-blue flowers. It has long, narrow, dark green leaves. Hummingbirds are drawn to the flowers. Plant in full sun and well-drained soils. It reseeds readily.
Penstemon strictus (Rocky Mountain Penstemon)
Penstemon strictus
Rocky Mountain Penstemon, Rocky Mountain Beardtongue, Strict Beardtongue, Toadflax Beardtongue
Indigenous to the grasslands of Colorado and Wyoming, this perennial blooms in the early summer with 2-foot-tall spikes of violet-blue flowers. It has long, narrow, dark green leaves. Hummingbirds are drawn to the flowers. Plant in full sun and well-drained soils. It reseeds readily.
| Plant Type | Native, Perennial |
| Exposure | Full Sun |
| Water Needs | Low |
| Hardiness Zone | Zone 4 (-30° F) |
| Flower Color | Blue |
| Flower Season | Spring, Summer |
| Growth Rate | Fast |
| Height | 1' - 3' (ft) |
| Spread | 1' - 3' (ft) |
| Spacing | 36" (in) |
| Characteristics | Evergreen, Showy |
| Attracts | Bees, Hummingbirds, Pollinators |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Garden Uses | Beds and Borders |
| Tolerance | Drought, Dry Soil, Rocky Soil |
| Soil Type | Chalk, Loam, Sand |
| Soil PH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Well-Drained |
Image by: MSWN
Image by: MSWN
This catalog is for reference purposes. Plants may not be available at all times in the nursery. Please check with our store for current availability.
